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Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (right) speaks at a press conference with Wayne Gretzky.

Wayne Gretzky Had Perfect Joke for Alex Ovechkin About Tying His Goals Record

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (right) speaks at a press conference with Wayne Gretzky.

Wayne Gretzky Had Perfect Joke for Alex Ovechkin About Tying His Goals Record

Wayne Gretzky was in attendance Friday to watch "Ovi" tie his NHL record.

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Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Chicago Blackhawks in the third period at Capital One Arena. The goal is the 894th of his career, tying Wayne Gretzky for most all-time goals scored in the NHL.

Alex Ovechkin Turned Down Chance to Break NHL Scoring Record on Empty Net

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 04: Wayne Gretzky acknowledges the fans during the game between the Washington Capitals and the Chicago Blackhawks at Capital One Arena on April 04, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Wayne Gretzky’s Quote About Alex Ovechkin Breaking His NHL Record Was All Class

Ovechkin celebrates scoring a goal against the Chicago Blackhawks, a game during which he tied Gretzky's all-time goals record.

Alex Ovechkin Ties Wayne Gretzky's All-Time NHL Goal Scoring Record

Edmonton Oilers former player Wayne Gretzky is saluted by the fans during the closing ceremonies at Rexall Place.

Who Has Scored the Most Goals in NHL History?

Anthony Duclair handles the puck against the Lightning.

Anthony Duclair Steps Away From Islanders After Coach Called Play 'God-Awful'

Carolina Hurricanes Player Got Away With Dirty UFC-Style Move During Fight

Washington Capitals left wing Ovechkin celebrates his goal with right wing Wilson against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center.

Alex Ovechkin Scores Again, Now Three Goals Away From Passing Wayne Gretzky’s Record

Minnesota Wild's Mats Zuccarello on April 2, 2025.

Mats Zuccarello Wears Special Jersey to Honor Retiring Rangers Announcer Sam Rosen

Dylan McIlrath of the Washington Capitals fights Jeffrey Viel of the Boston Bruins.

Bruins, Capitals Players Dropped Gloves for a Full Minute in Fight of the Year Contender

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar

Avalanche Sign Cale Makar's Younger Brother to Entry-Level Contract

Boston College forward Ryan Leonard shoots the puck against New Hampshire

Capitals to Sign Top Prospect Ryan Leonard After Boston College Misses Frozen Four

Marchand has been out with an injury.

Brad Marchand Sets Up Game-Winning OT Goal in First Game With Florida Panthers

Alex Ovechkin and Marc-Andre Fleury prepare to shake hands.

Alex Ovechkin Spearheads Capitals' Classy Goodbye to Marc-André Fleury

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby

Sidney Crosby Dethrones Wayne Gretzky for Impressive Piece of NHL History

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin celebrates his goal against the Winnipeg Jets.

ESPN Debuts Alex Ovechkin-Focused 'OviCast' Amid Pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's Goal Record

Philadelphia Flyers head coach John Tortorella is out after nearly three seasons on the job in Philadelphia.

John Tortorella Out As Flyers Head Coach

Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun takes the ice for warmups against the San Jose Sharks.

Jakob Chychrun Agrees to Massive Eight-Year Contract Extension With Capitals

Bet on the Blues to stay hot tonight when they take on the Canadiens.

Top Shelf Picks: Best NHL Bets and Props Today (Bet on Blues to Stay Hot vs. Canadiens)

Thatcher Demko looks on during the Canucks' game against the Avalanche on Feb. 4.

Canucks Get Positive Injury News on Star Goalie Thatcher Demko

Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid talks with Leon Draisaitl

Oilers Get Concerning Injury Updates on Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid

Jeremy Swayman and Darcy Kuemper tried to fight during the Kings - Bruins game on Sunday.

Referees Refused to Let Kings and Bruins Goalies Fight

Wisconsin's Kristen Simms beats Ohio State's Amanda Thiele with a game-tying penalty shot in the Frozen Four championship game.

Wisconsin Beats Ohio State in National Championship After Late Penalty Shot Forces OT

New Jersey Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe against the Edmonton Oilers during the third period at Prudential Center.

Sheldon Keefe Ripped His Own Player For Saying Devils Needs 'Playoff Mentality'

This was an incredible goal by the St. Louis Blues.

St. Louis Blues Scored the Weirdest Goal of the NHL Season Thanks to a Triple Doink